San Francisco & Napa Weekends

San Francisco · Napa · 6 nights

Six nights from San Francisco to Napa, paced around the days that matter.

The Journey

Six nights across two stops: San Francisco for three nights and Napa for three. Every transfer between them is private and timed around the day's plan.

The days are built around Golden Gate, Presidio and the Bay; Napa Valley Estates; Alcatraz and the Waterfront; and Sonoma, Balloons and the Wine Train. Each one is set out below with what you will see, how you get there and which meals are included.

The defining moment of this route: private cellar tasting with a Napa winemaker. Your travel specialist can add a night, swap a day or change the order before you book.

Signature Highlights

Private cellar tasting with a Napa winemaker
Golden Gate, Presidio and the Bay, San Francisco
Alcatraz and the Waterfront, San Francisco
Napa Valley Estates
Sonoma, Balloons and the Wine Train, Napa

Your Experiences

Moments shaped just for you

Golden Gate, Presidio and the Bay, San Francisco

Walking or cycling the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio and Baker Beach, Fort Point beneath the span, and the Marina waterfront. Fog can hide the bridge entirely in summer.

Alcatraz and the Waterfront, San Francisco

The ferry to Alcatraz with its excellent former-inmate audio tour, booked weeks ahead, then the Ferry Building market and North Beach.

Napa Valley Estates

Cabernet Sauvignon along the valley floor and up Howell Mountain, with tastings by appointment, a cave tour and a long lunch in St Helena or Yountville.

Day by day

Your Itinerary

7 days

01
Day 1 · San Francisco
Arrival in San Francisco
Arrive at SFO, about 30 minutes by road or 30 on BART into the city and transfer privately to your base. Time today to walk to the Embarcadero and the Ferry Building in the evening.
- Private transfer via SFO
- Walk to the Embarcadero and the Ferry Building in the evening
- Time to settle in before dinner
Meals:
D
02
Day 2 · San Francisco
Golden Gate, Presidio and the Bay
Walking or cycling the Golden Gate Bridge, the Presidio and Baker Beach, Fort Point beneath the span, and the Marina waterfront. Fog can hide the bridge entirely in summer.
- Golden Gate Bridge crossing
- Baker Beach and Fort Point
- Palace of Fine Arts
Meals:
BL
03
Day 3 · San Francisco
Alcatraz and the Waterfront
The ferry to Alcatraz with its excellent former-inmate audio tour, booked weeks ahead, then the Ferry Building market and North Beach.
- Alcatraz cellhouse tour (book well ahead)
- Ferry Building marketplace
- North Beach and City Lights
Meals:
B
04
Day 4 · Napa
San Francisco to Napa
Drive north from San Francisco over the Golden Gate or Bay Bridge into wine country. On arrival, settle in and walk the town's riverfront before dinner.
- Drive north from San Francisco over the Golden Gate or Bay Bridge into wine country
- Settle in and walk the town's riverfront before dinner
- Timings reconfirmed locally the day before
Meals:
B
05
Day 5 · Napa
Napa Valley Estates
Cabernet Sauvignon along the valley floor and up Howell Mountain, with tastings by appointment, a cave tour and a long lunch in St Helena or Yountville.
- Appointment tastings at two estates
- Wine cave tour
- Yountville or St Helena lunch
Meals:
BL
06
Day 6 · Napa
Sonoma, Balloons and the Wine Train
A dawn balloon over the valley, the Napa Valley Wine Train through the vineyards, or crossing to Sonoma for Pinot Noir and a quieter pace.
- Hot-air balloon at dawn
- Napa Valley Wine Train
- Sonoma or Russian River Pinot Noir
Meals:
BL
07
Day 7 · Napa
Departure from Napa
A valley breakfast before the drive back to the city. Private transfer to San Francisco in good time for your onward flight.
- A valley breakfast before the drive back to the city
- Late check-out arranged where the hotel allows it
- Private departure transfer
Meals:
B

Inclusions

Handpicked luxury accommodations across the journey
Daily breakfast; select lunches and dinners as noted
Private airport transfers and inter-city ground movement
Curated experiences and reserved access as listed
24×7 on-trip concierge from our India desk

Not included

International airfare unless explicitly mentioned
Visa fees, travel insurance and personal expenses
Meals and experiences not listed in the itinerary
Gratuities for guides, drivers and hotel staff
Anything of a personal nature (spa, minibar, laundry)

Transfers

Private arrival and departure transfers with a named driver
Moves between stops by private car, rail, ferry or domestic flight, as shown day by day
Timings reconfirmed with you the evening before each transfer

Visa & Documentation

Visa guidance provided by our documentation desk
Recommended to hold passport valid for 6+ months
Digital pre-arrival forms handled on your behalf where possible

Common Questions

Should we self-drive Highway 1?+

It is a wonderful drive with an international licence. If you prefer to relax, a private driver and guide can take you.

Is it good for families?+

Very. Disneyland, Universal Studios, beaches, the aquarium in Monterey and San Francisco's cable cars are favourites with children.

Is vegetarian food easy?+

Very easy. California is known for vegetarian-friendly food, and the Bay Area has excellent Indian restaurants.

What is the weather like in San Francisco?+

Mild all year, often cool and foggy in summer mornings. September and October are usually warmest and clearest.

How far in advance should we book?+

Three to four months ahead gives the widest choice of rooms and guided days, and more for school holidays, festivals and peak season. Shorter notice is often possible; ask and we will check live availability.

Can the itinerary be customised?+

Yes. Every journey is a starting point: add or remove nights, swap a day's plan, change hotels or reorder the route, and your travel specialist re-plans the whole trip around it.